Mawshun

Mawshun is a village located in Pynursla subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Pynursla (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Mawshun has its own place in the vibrant East Khasi Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Mawshun

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mawshun is 278980. Pynursla is nearest town to Mawshun village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Mawshun

Below is a concise population overview of Mawshun as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,464 725 739
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 310 145 165
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,462 724 738
Literate Population 858 421 437
Illiterate Population 606 304 302

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mawshun village:

  • The total population of Mawshun village is around 1,464, including approximately 725 males and 739 females, with a sex ratio of 1019 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 310 children aged 0–6 years in Mawshun village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mawshun village has 1,462 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Mawshun village is about 58.61%, with male literacy at 58.07% and female literacy at 59.13%.
  • There are around 290 households in Mawshun village.

Connectivity of Mawshun

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mawshun. As per the 2011 stats, Mawshun had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Mawshun

Knowing the nearby villages of Mawshun helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mawshun.

Madanlyngtad Risawkur Nongshyrngan Pongtung Wahjarem Burma Pomshutia Wahkdait Mynrieng Nashain Lympung Sniang

Frequently Asked Questions about Mawshun

Where is Mawshun located?
Mawshun village is situated in Pynursla Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mawshun?
The pincode of Mawshun is 793112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mawshun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mawshun is 1,464, with 725 males and 739 females.
How many households are there in Mawshun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mawshun village has a total of 290 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mawshun as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mawshun is 58.61%. The male literacy rate is 58.07%, while the female literacy rate is 59.13%.